HESI RN Congenital Heart Disease – Peds
UPDATED Questions and CORRECT
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Which clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to assess in an infant diagnosed with
ventricular septal defect (VSD)? - CORRECT ANSWER- Tachypnea and grunting with
intercostal and subcostal retractions.
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HESI RN Congenital Heart Disease – Peds
UPDATED Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Which clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to assess in an infant diagnosed with
ventricular septal defect (VSD)? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Tachypnea and grunting with
intercostal and subcostal retractions.
The nurse understands that a child is experiencing heart failure when which symptoms are
found? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- -Cool extremities.
-Peripheral edema.
-Nasal Flaring.
Which statement by Joan supports Timmy's diagnosis of CHF? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
"Timmy never seems to get full even when I breastfeed him for a long time."
What should the nurse include when teaching Timmy's parents about post-procedure care? -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Explain that they will need to hold Timmy in the prone position
after the procedure.
Which action should the nurse implement? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Notify the
cardiologist and do not allow Thomas to sign the permit.
Which nursing intervention must be included in Timmy's plan of care related to this
diagnosis? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Assess the infant's peripheral pulses and capillary
refill time.
Which response is most important for the nurse to educate the parents about feeding? -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- "Your son will be able to suck more easily and will not be so
tired from feeding."
Which member of the perinatal care team will best be able to assist the nurse? - CORRECT
ANSWER✔✔- Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC).
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